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noun \-dənt\Definition of DEPENDENT
1
archaic : dependency
2
: one that is dependent; especially : a person who relies on another for support
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dependent also de·pen·dant \-dənt\
Examples of DEPENDENT
- The insurance provides coverage for workers and their dependents.
- a person's spouse and dependents
- Do you have any dependents?
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1523
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